Congratulations to Sales Associate, Preston Bovee, The Clare / Gladwin Board of REALTORS' Rookie of the Year!

At their annual holiday party last week, our very own Preston Bovee was honored as The Clare / Gladwin Board of REALTORS Rookie of the Year for 2016.  Preston topped all other first year agents in total sales volume and units sold.  It's no surprise to those of us who know Preston and how hard he works.  Preston's background in video production for the outdoors industry and his local knowledge of the surrounding lakes and woodlands puts him at a huge advantage when working with waterfront and recreational buyers.  

Preston focuses on selling hunting acreage throughout eastern mid Michigan under our Homewaters Outdoors brand and waterfront properties in Midland, Arenac and Bay counties.  Maybe most impressive is the fact that Preston accomplished this while building their own home, in Coleman, which he and his family will move into early next year.  

Preston carries on a long tradition of new agents finding early success with Homewaters.  We take a lot of pride in helping those well suited to the industry find success quickly so they can build a lasting real estate career.  If you'd like to learn more about Preston click HERE for his full story.  If you have family or friends who have real estate needs in Midland or the surrounding areas, contact Preston at your first convenience. You'll be happy you did!

Gladwin & Clare County Real Estate Market Snapshot for November 2016

November Real Estate Market Snapshot for Gladwin and Clare County Area Homes

Active Listings: 665 (46 new listings came on the market in November)

Average Asking Price: $117,707

Average Days on Market : 238

Range of Asking Prices: $7,850 - $985,000

Sold: 59 Sold in November (19 less than October)

Average Asking Price of Sold Listings: $87,069

Average Selling Price of Sold Listings: $81,913

Average Days on Market of Sold Listings: 209 (same as October)

Sellers Received: 93.2% of their asking price       

Total Residential Sales Volume: $4,750,986 (down from $7,059,000 in October)

Listings Sold by Price Range

0-99,999: 46 (down 8 from October)

100,000-199,999: 15 (down 9 from October)

200,000-299,999: 2 (down 2 from October)

300,000-399,999: 1 (same as October)

400,000 and above: 0 (same as October)   

Sold!! Custom Built Wixom Lake Waterfront Home!

**99 Homes Expired off the Market in November

Absorption Rate = 9 Months

Secord Lake Waterfront Lot! Price Reduction on Lot 4, Thendara, Gladwin

Secord Lake Waterfront Lot!
Price Reduction on Lot 4, Thendara, Gladwin

$45,000
MLS #165140

.45 Acre Partially Wooded Lot with 75 Feet of Waterfront

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule a showing!

75' vacant waterfront lot on all sports Secord Lake. Enjoy 2,000 acres on this picturesque lake conveniently located just 2.5 hours north of Detroit. The lot is level off the road and has a gentle slope down to the waters edge making it perfect to build your walk out basement home here! Enjoy boating, fishing and more on one of Gladwin County's most popular waterways. Access to 85,000 acres of state land is not far from this lot. 

Click HERE to view more images of this Secord Lake Waterfront Lot for Sale!

TO VIEW SIMILAR SECORD LAKE WATERFRONT PROPERTIES CLICK HERE

West Bay Shore Village

Incredible Properties for Rent in a Prime Suttons Bay Location!

Unit 1A - $980/month

Located a few minutes outside Suttons Bay, this 800 square foot recently remodeled space is in a vibrant and bustling commercial complex right on M22.  This could be an awesome opportunity to open a boutique or even a small cafe.  You can even rent out the other available space (seen below this listing) as a small office for your business!  The exposed beams add character and uniqueness to the space and lots of windows contribute to the beautiful natural light that streams in. Now is the time to start thinking about that business you've always wanted to open (just in time for the summer excitement that is Leelanau County)!

Click here for more information on this listing.

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Unit 1B - $750/month

With an entrance in the back of the building and plenty of parking, this 600 square foot recently remodeled space is a great option for your new or relocated office. This space boasts loads of character with exposed wood beams and natural sunlight, even a private kitchen and bathroom are included. Come check out your dream space!

Click here for more information on this listing. Thank you.

Blake Bernard - 231.714.4787 - blake@homewaters.net

Gladwin & Clare County Real Estate Market Snapshot for October

October Real Estate Market Snapshot for Gladwin and Clare County Area Homes

Featured Listing!
15 Acre Wixom Lake Waterfront Parcel

Heron Cove Court, Beaverton, MI
$84,900
MLS #166661

Active Listings: 759 (71 new listings came on the market in October)

Average Asking Price: $120,338

Average Days on Market : 233

Range of Asking Prices: $7,850 - $985,000

Sold: 78 Sold in October (24 less than September)

Average Asking Price of Sold Listings: $98,342

Average Selling Price of Sold Listings: $91,684

Average Days on Market of Sold Listings: 209 (30 days less than September)

Sellers Received: 93.2% of their asking price       

Total Residential Sales Volume: $7,059,000 (down from $9,932,233 in September)

Listings Sold by Price Range

0-99,999: 49 (down 21 from September)

100,000-199,999: 24 (same as September)

200,000-299,999: 4 (down 1 from September)

300,000-399,999: 1 (same as September)

400,000 and above: 0 (down 2 from September)   

Sold!! Smallwood Lake Waterfront!

**85 Homes Expired off the Market in October

Absorption Rate = 8 Months

Enjoy this turn-key, furnished, and immaculate walkout golf condo right on the 3rd fairway of award-winning Spruce Run Golf Course at Grand Traverse Resort! 

This is an ideal vacation property within walking distance to Grand Traverse Resort and its restaurants, health club and pools, multiple golf courses, and much more. This place has "Pure Michigan" written all over it -- perfect for all four seasons! It includes gorgeous wood floors throughout, a real wood fireplace for those chilly nights, a large kitchen with breakfast bar, and walks out from the living room and the bedroom onto a sizable deck and huge back yard. On top of all of that, it has great rental history, and can rent for as much as $200 per night when you're not there to enjoy! 

Hit up the TART trail on your bike or stay at the resort and take advantage of all it has to offer. A short car ride can get you to downtown Traverse City, wine country, or even Turtle Creek Casino. East Bay access is extremely close as well!

Click here for more information and to view the listing.  Thank you.

Blake Bernard - 231.714.4787 - blake@homewaters.net

Truly Unique 15 Acre Wixom Lake Waterfront Parcel!! New Listing on Heron Cove Court, Beaverton

15 Acre Wixom Lake Waterfront Parcel!!
New Listing at 15 Acres on Heron Cove Court, Beaverton, MI

$84,900
MLS #166661

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule a showing!!

A truly unique opportunity to own acreage and all sports lake frontage! 15 acres wooded with mature white pines, oak, maple, birch and poplar trees and over 500' of private waterfront on 2,000 acre all sports Wixom Lake. Located just off of the main body of the lake and close to popular sand bar "pontoon alley". Enjoy hunting on your land, quad riding or just being with nature and the many wildlife calling this parcel home. The driveway is in, electric is at the road, and a septic tank and drain field are already installed near a clearing perfect for your dream home. Located just off M30 making it a quick commute to US10.

Click HERE to see more images of this Wixom Lake Waterfront Parcel for Sale!!

TO VIEW SIMILAR WIXOM LAKE WATERFRONT PROPERTIES CLICK HERE

Phenomenal Lodge in Lewiston

Swirling with rustic charm and high end amenities, this gem is a rare find. Tucked away in the tall pines about 8 miles from Lewiston sits a log lodge, formerly Pine Ridge B&B. This grand 8 bedroom, 7 bath home has been upgraded tastefully in all right areas while keeping the rich history of the lodge preserved. 

The main level of the home offers a stunning entry and dining area with enough room to serve a football team Thanksgiving dinner, a comfortable living room to watch TV, an enormous recreational room with bar, fireplace and pool table, as well as a  screened in porch perfect to sit quietly with a book and listen to the nature that surrounds. This lodge has a high end, updated kitchen you must see to appreciate. Custom cabinetry, commercial grade stainless steel appliances, ample natural light and counter space make cooking a breeze. A true chefs kitchen! 






Walking into the main level master suite is comparable to a private stay at a lux resort. Offering floor to ceiling red cedar walls, thermo controlled stone fireplace, and beautiful hand crafted wood work it may just be your favorite room in the house. The master bath offers radiant in floor heat, a 'spa-like' walk in shower, walk in closet and stone wall. It's truly stunning. 

Upstairs you'll find 7 guest rooms, all offering their own unique character. Some of the rooms offer private baths with showers. A total of 5 bathrooms are on the upper level of the home.  

Outside of this stunning log retreat there is a generous 2 car garage, a barn that would be perfect for any craftsman OR horse enthusiast as well as an additional shed to store your garden tools. 

But wait...there's more! What else could there possibly be, you ask? A guest house! If you have a large family, hunting camp, or would like to entertain the possibility of rental income, this is the perfect spot. This guest house is complete with a fully functional kitchen, living area, dining area bathroom and bedroom. It's situated perfectly on the property where family who stays there are close enough to interact and enjoy activities and renters are far enough away to have a quiet and private space. 

The location of this lodge couldn't get any better. Situated on 37 acres of mature trees, the AuSable River is just five minutes away, providing some of the best fly-fishing opportunities in North America. The area is well known for the diverse wildlife it supports, including the endangered Kirtland Warbler, the bald eagle, whitetail deer, coyotes, bear, grousse, turkeys and many other varities of fish and fowl. Secluded in next to thousands of acres of State land, the area offers many acres for hiking, over 10k of cross-country ski trails, snowmobiling, excellent hunting and more than 20 miles of mapped mountain biking trails right out the front door! 

Whether you're looking to purchase a large home for family or you aspire to own and operate a highly successful bed and breakfast, this is THE property. This lodge is unlike anything you will find on the market. Unique in it's superb condition, modern updates where it counts, and rustic 'Up North' charm this home is a must see! 

If you, or anyone you know is looking for a grand lodge in the heart of Northern Michigan, please send this their way. 

Click HERE for more property details.  To get schedule a private showing, please contact Sara Cook at (989) 390-4781 or email at sara@homewaters.net

Naked Lake, a stunning northern Michigan legacy property from Homewaters

We have the great pleasure of representing some of the finest properties northern Michigan has to offer.  Among those, some stand out at an even higher level.  Naked Lake, near Lewiston, is one of these truly exceptional properties.  I've had the opportunity to spend some real time on this property and every time I'm there, I'm more impressed.  The property itself offers an incredible variety for a parcel of this size.  Most of it consists of rolling hills and valleys forested with a great mix of hardwoods and softwoods.  The spring fed lake itself is deep and cool and absolutely loaded with fish.  There area also a series of smaller wildlife ponds on the property that are home to droves of wood ducks and other wildlife.  I don't know that I've been there and not kicked up a number of grouse.  There's a lot of undergrowth that provides good cover and food for these and other game birds.

The contractor / owner of the property hand selected the locally sourced red pine logs then hand peeled, scribed and stacked them on site.  Every one is saddle notched at the end in the true Scandinavian tradition. It's rare to find craftsmanship of this level.  Even the foundation includes large bricks of red Belgian granite the seller recovered when they were removed from the streets of Detroit.  A wall of glass spans the front of the home offering stunning views of the lake from the kitchen and dining area, great room and master bedroom.  A large bunk room upstairs is ideal for kids or visiting hunters.  Each of the lower level bedroom suites has its own bath and impressive lake views.  The great room features an impressive fireplace of stacked local stones, hand picked for their purpose.

At the east end of the lake is a separate pavillion near the sandy beach area.  It includes a full functioning kitchen and game processing room as well as a large screened picnic area for everyone to enjoy a meal together.

Here's a brief video showcase that will give some sense of the property but it really must be experienced first hand.



If you, or anyone you know is seeking a legacy property in northern Michigan, please send this their way.  Click HERE for more property details.  To get schedule a private showing, please contact Chad Brown at (231) 499-8292 or chad@homewaters.net.

Beaverton Home on Nearly 12 Acres with 60x40 Pole Barn! Price Reduction at 3737 M30, Beaverton

Beaverton Home on Nearly 12 Acres with 60x40 Pole Barn!
Price Reduction at 3737 M30, Beaverton

$178,500
MLS #166642

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Square Feet: 1800
Attached Garage & Pole Barn

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule a showing!

Very desirable home on nearly 12 wooded acres! Convenient location offers a quick commute to work. Large ranch style home offers so much that you can stop searching! Concrete driveway leads you to the attached 1.5 car garage. Enter & you are immediately greeted by a warm & inviting home that has been updated & well taken care of. Large living room offers a wood burning fireplace & newer carpet and fresh paint. Dining room, kitchen & laundry offer newer hardwood floors. Kitchen has plentiful cupboard & counter space & newer stainless steel appliances. Extra large family room off the dining area is the perfect place to relax after a long day. Windows overlook the back yard & you can enjoy all the wildlife that also live here. Slider to the deck off FR is a great spot to grill. Master suite offers 2 walk in closets & a full bath. 2 additional bedrooms & an office/den. 60x40 heated pole barn w/220, paint booth & small office. Wooded acreage w/ many white pines & maples! Large yard too. 

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Beaverton Home for Sale!

Beaverton Home on the Molasses River Boatable to Wixom Lake! Price Reduction at 1577 Whitney

Beaverton Home on the Molasses River Boatable to Wixom Lake!
Price Reduction at 1577 Whitney, Beaverton

$59,900
MLS #166003

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Square Feet: 1200

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule a showing!

Tucked away & nestled into the trees is this 3 bedroom, 2 bath river front home or cottage. The Molasses River joins the Tittabawassee not far from the cottage & that leads you right into 2,000 acre all sports Wixom Lake. You can kayak, canoe or just take in the serene river views or pontoon to the main lake for a day of water sports fun or a swim at one of the sand bars. The home has been nicely updated & the lodge decor is so inviting. Large open living room flows into the dining room & then into the well appointed kitchen. The split floor plan allows for a private master suite. 2 additional bedrooms & another full bath mean you can bring all your family & friends. The covered front porch invites you inside but the back screen porch encourages you sit & take in the woodsy view looking towards the river. Take the pretty path to the rivers edge & enjoy a bonfire or hop on the boat. Updates include newer roof, both porches, fresh paint & more! 5" well & newer septic system. 

Click HERE to view more images of this 

Beaverton Home for Sale!

TO VIEW SIMILAR WIXOM LAKE WATERFRONT PROPERTIES CLICK HERE

Own a Piece of Paradise in Grand Traverse County!

MLS#1821498, 9514 S M-37  53 acre country estate with an estimated 2,000 feet of frontage on Fish Lake. This log sided home is 3,400 sq. ft. with attached garage, 3 BR, 2.5 B, spectacular views on all levels of your waterfront,  and a fabulous Kitchen with open living area to entertain to your hearts content.  Custom touches throughout the home including radiant floor heat, large open spaces on two floors, bonus loft on the 3rd level.  

Changing views throughout the seasons make this an exceptional week-end getaway or a year around home.  Only two other homes on the lake.

In today's world, how awesome to arrive home to tranquility where your cares and stresses of the day seem to just evaporate.

As you arrive to your property, you will drive through towering hardwoods and pines which is home to abundant wildlife. The 40 x 80 pole building and cedar garden house sit away from the home along the drive. The drive continues to a bridge taking to your island paradise with 360 degree water views.

Gladwin County Waterfront Properties Available for October 2016

Gladwin County Lakes....Fall is in Full Swing in Northern Michigan!!!

  Featuring Wixom Lake, Secord Lake, Sugar Springs (Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot), Smallwood Lake and many more!     

Wixom Lake 

There are currently 72 active listings on Wixom Lake ranging in price from $5,000 - $490,000 

Wixom Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre all sports lake, inside Gladwin County and located in Beaverton, Michigan. The lake takes in Billings and Tobacco Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system and is also fed by the Cedar and Tobacco Rivers. 

It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! Many people enjoy Wixom Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times. Be sure to check out "Pontoon Alley", a local and very popular area to spend the afternoon on Wixom Lake! Pontoon Alley boasts a shallow, sandy bottom swimming area with a very festive atmosphere!    

Below are featured listings on Wixom Lake. Click on the address to learn more about them.

5615 Mangus, Beaverton, Michigan $153,900

1577 Whitney, Beaverton, Michigan $79,900

681 Quillette Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $439,900

1098 Burling Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $259,900

907 Quillette Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $74,900

355 Bruce, Beaverton, Michigan $92,000

4382 Shock Road, Beaverton, Michigan $335,000

833 Quillette Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $149,900

3821 Oakridge (Vacant Lot), Beaverton, Michigan $59,900

3770 S. Lake Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $149,900

Lot 23 Benchley Drive (Vacant Lot), Beaverton, Michigan $49,000

4522 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $104,900

4508 Lakeview, Beaverton, Michigan $124,900

4062 Bayview Drive, Beaverton, Michigan $109,500

Click here to search available listings on Wixom Lake! 

 Secord Lake 

There are currently 69 active listings for Secord Lake ranging from $19,500 - $380,000

Secord Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre serene and picturesque all sports lake. The lake takes in Secord Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system. It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! You will find miles of shoreline and much sandy swimming!  Many people enjoy Secord Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times.

Click Here to search more available listings for Secord Lake!  

3756 Peninsular Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $269,900

4409 River Ridge, Alger, Michigan $239,900

Lot 4 West Thendara Court, Gladwin, Michigan $47,500

Click HERE to search available listing on Secord Lake!!

Sugar Springs ~ Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot 

There are currently 186 active listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot ranging in price from $1,000 to $599,000

Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot offer 1,000 acres of water fun with Lake Lancer at 780 acres and Lancelot at 230 acres. These two lakes are private and are for residents of Sugar Springs, a planned community with over 3,200 platted acres. There are 15 private beach clubs along the shores of the lakes for association members only. Some of the beach clubs offer restrooms, showers, swimming, picnic areas and boat launches. Fisherman enjoy the tranquility of the lakes and the Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass and Panfish that can readily be caught from both Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot. Lake waters are tested annually and treated several times per year to control weeds and infestation allowing boaters, skiers, jet skiers and swimmers to enjoy the waters!   

Click here to search available listings in Sugar Springs!    

Smallwood Lake 

There are currently 40 active listings for near by Smallwood Lake ranging from $21,500-$289,900 

Below are featured listing for Smallwood Lake: 

671 Lakeshore Drive, Gladwin, Michigan $289,900

Click here to search more available listings for Smallwood Lake!! 

Gladwin County has many lakes that offer boating, fishing, swimming and so much more!  

Year round fun!  

Click on the links below to see the listing on those specific lakes:

Pratt Lake and Wiggins Lake 
Ross Lake
Elk Lake and Indian Lake
Blue Lake 
McGilvery Lake

Wixom Lake Custom Built Home! Price Reduction at 4382 Shock Road, Beaverton

Custom Built Wixom Lake Waterfront Home on Nearly 3 Acres!

Price Reduction at 4382 Shock Road, Beaverton  

$335,000

MLS #165305

Bedrooms: 5 

Bathrooms: 3

Square Feet: 3980

Attached Garage & Detached Garage

Call or Text Sonya at 989-429-2600 to schedule a showing!

140' of all sports Wixom Lake front and nearly 4,000 sq ft of living space in this home built by 1 of the areas premier builders! Breathtaking views and luxurious living on almost 3 acres in this 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home. Drive in on the paved circular drive and be greeted by professional landscaping. 2 car attached, finished garage leads you into the kitchen that offers hickory hardwood flooring and cabinets, solid surface counters ad is separated from the dining room by a bar. Living room w/ soaring cathedral tongue and groove ceilings and a wall of windows offer a grand view of the front yard and lake. Gas FP in LR. Main floor offers the master suite w/ whirlpool tub & shower. Tiled foyer, 2 additional BR's, another full BA & laundry room are also main floor. A finished, walk out basement boast a family room and wet bar with a bonus area perfect for your pool table. 2 bedrooms and a full bath are found in lower level too. 24x32 PB, steel seawall, deck, paver patio w/ firepit, docks and hoist! 

Click HERE for more images of this Wixom Lake Home 

for Sale!

TO VIEW SIMILAR WIXOM LAKE WATERFRONT